ACLU of Tennessee
@aclutn.bsky.social
Fighting for freedom and fairness in Tennessee.💥
For more, visit: www.aclu-tn.org
For more, visit: www.aclu-tn.org
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ACLU of Tennessee
@aclutn.bsky.social
· Dec 19
In the streets, in the courts, at the State Capitol — and now on Bluesky. 👋🏽👋🏻👋🏿👋🏾
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We believe in a Tennessee that works for all of us. Together, we'll build toward that.
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We want you with us. Stay connected to us here for for news updates, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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We believe in a Tennessee that works for all of us. Together, we'll build toward that.
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We want you with us. Stay connected to us here for for news updates, volunteer opportunities, and more.
To honor veterans is to honor the Constitution they swore to defend.
Happy Veterans Day to all who serve.
Happy Veterans Day to all who serve.
November 11, 2025 at 7:02 PM
To honor veterans is to honor the Constitution they swore to defend.
Happy Veterans Day to all who serve.
Happy Veterans Day to all who serve.
Recently, our team gathered at @belcourttheatre.bsky.social for a screening of "Heightened Scrutiny," a powerful documentary about the fight for gender-affirming care for trans youth in Tennessee. After, our Senior Staff Attorney joined a panel to share his experiences in the case.
November 10, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Recently, our team gathered at @belcourttheatre.bsky.social for a screening of "Heightened Scrutiny," a powerful documentary about the fight for gender-affirming care for trans youth in Tennessee. After, our Senior Staff Attorney joined a panel to share his experiences in the case.
Love wins again, and the Obergefell v. Hodges decision is still protected! 🏳️🌈A major win, and a sign of hope -- we will not let up in the fight for equality and equity, no matter who you love. 🤍
BREAKING: Love is (still) love.
November 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Love wins again, and the Obergefell v. Hodges decision is still protected! 🏳️🌈A major win, and a sign of hope -- we will not let up in the fight for equality and equity, no matter who you love. 🤍
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A Banner analysis of 1,700 pages of incident reports from the May ICE sting shows that the Tennessee Highway Patrol rarely documented traffic stops. Of the 607 total reports, only approximately 14% provided a reason for the initial traffic stop.
Reviewing records of ICE, THP immigration operation in Nashville - Nashville Banner
A review of records from ICE and THP's immigration sting in Nashville raises concerns about racial profiling and lack of transparency. Advocates demand accountability.
nashvillebanner.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:43 PM
A Banner analysis of 1,700 pages of incident reports from the May ICE sting shows that the Tennessee Highway Patrol rarely documented traffic stops. Of the 607 total reports, only approximately 14% provided a reason for the initial traffic stop.
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This is the 16th strike of its kind this year — and at least 66 people are dead because of the government’s rash actions.
These extrajudicial strikes are illegal under both international and domestic law.
These extrajudicial strikes are illegal under both international and domestic law.
2 killed in U.S. strike on alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, Hegseth says
Two people on board an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Eastern Pacific were killed by a U.S. military strike, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday
www.nbcnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 11:32 PM
This is the 16th strike of its kind this year — and at least 66 people are dead because of the government’s rash actions.
These extrajudicial strikes are illegal under both international and domestic law.
These extrajudicial strikes are illegal under both international and domestic law.
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It's more important than ever to understand your First Amendment rights.
What the First Amendment Really Protects
From protests and journalism to social media and campus speech, explore how the First Amendment safeguards everyone — including immigrants — and what it actually covers.
www.aclu.org
November 6, 2025 at 12:36 AM
It's more important than ever to understand your First Amendment rights.
We're hiring for a compassionate and future-oriented human resources professional to be our new Director of People and Culture! ✨
Want to learn more and apply? Visit: https://www.aclu-tn.org/jobs/director-of-people-and-culture/ 💻
Want to learn more and apply? Visit: https://www.aclu-tn.org/jobs/director-of-people-and-culture/ 💻
November 6, 2025 at 2:42 AM
We're hiring for a compassionate and future-oriented human resources professional to be our new Director of People and Culture! ✨
Want to learn more and apply? Visit: https://www.aclu-tn.org/jobs/director-of-people-and-culture/ 💻
Want to learn more and apply? Visit: https://www.aclu-tn.org/jobs/director-of-people-and-culture/ 💻
Today, we celebrate voter turnout. When we vote, democracy wins. ✨
November 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Today, we celebrate voter turnout. When we vote, democracy wins. ✨
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At Sunday's vigil, our community gathered to challenge ICE detentions without due process at the CoreCivic facility in Mason. As part of the Disappeared in America Day of Action, we honored lives lost, supported families torn apart, and reminded those unjustly detained: you are not forgotten.🕯️
November 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
At Sunday's vigil, our community gathered to challenge ICE detentions without due process at the CoreCivic facility in Mason. As part of the Disappeared in America Day of Action, we honored lives lost, supported families torn apart, and reminded those unjustly detained: you are not forgotten.🕯️
From Mason to Memphis, we're witnessing dangerous executive overreach.
Our response: A community vigil Sunday in Mason and an amicus brief challenging the Memphis Guard deployment.
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See below for full details and click the 🔗 to join us: https://www.aclu.org/masonvigil
Our response: A community vigil Sunday in Mason and an amicus brief challenging the Memphis Guard deployment.
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See below for full details and click the 🔗 to join us: https://www.aclu.org/masonvigil
October 31, 2025 at 5:42 PM
From Mason to Memphis, we're witnessing dangerous executive overreach.
Our response: A community vigil Sunday in Mason and an amicus brief challenging the Memphis Guard deployment.
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See below for full details and click the 🔗 to join us: https://www.aclu.org/masonvigil
Our response: A community vigil Sunday in Mason and an amicus brief challenging the Memphis Guard deployment.
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See below for full details and click the 🔗 to join us: https://www.aclu.org/masonvigil
Because everyone deserves a seat and a treat at the table, our ACLU-TN team is getting into the spooky spirit with a little help from our staff’s pets. 🎃 See below to check out their costumes and share your pet’s festive look below! 👇🏾🐾
October 30, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Because everyone deserves a seat and a treat at the table, our ACLU-TN team is getting into the spooky spirit with a little help from our staff’s pets. 🎃 See below to check out their costumes and share your pet’s festive look below! 👇🏾🐾
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Heavily-armed federal agents came to a Chicago neighborhood and fired tear gas near children getting ready for a Halloween parade.
This once again shows that the Trump administration's deportation campaign is not about "safety," it's about sowing fear and exerting control.
This once again shows that the Trump administration's deportation campaign is not about "safety," it's about sowing fear and exerting control.
Border Patrol agents under fire for allegedly disrupting children's Halloween parade in Chicago
The U.S. Border Patrol is coming under criticism from Chicago residents who claim federal agents disrupted a children's Halloween parade over the weekend.
abcnews.go.com
October 29, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Heavily-armed federal agents came to a Chicago neighborhood and fired tear gas near children getting ready for a Halloween parade.
This once again shows that the Trump administration's deportation campaign is not about "safety," it's about sowing fear and exerting control.
This once again shows that the Trump administration's deportation campaign is not about "safety," it's about sowing fear and exerting control.
Happy National Immigrants' Day!❤️✨ At ACLU-TN, we acknowledge the sacrifices and efforts of Tennessee's immigrant community. Their impact is central to the success of our state, and we will always fight to make Tennessee a state where we all can live safely and with dignity.
October 29, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Happy National Immigrants' Day!❤️✨ At ACLU-TN, we acknowledge the sacrifices and efforts of Tennessee's immigrant community. Their impact is central to the success of our state, and we will always fight to make Tennessee a state where we all can live safely and with dignity.
A crucial case with crucial stakes -- read more below ⬇️
A redistricting case from Louisiana could have nationwide ramifications for voting rights.
We went to the Supreme Court earlier this month to defend Black voting power.
We went to the Supreme Court earlier this month to defend Black voting power.
Supreme Court Hears Louisiana Redistricting Case
Activist Dr. Press Robinson reflects on the Supreme Court's reargument in a historic Louisiana redistricting case
www.aclu.org
October 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM
A crucial case with crucial stakes -- read more below ⬇️
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ICE is traumatizing children with cruel immigration raids, then trying to strip them of their due process rights when they’re alone, without attorneys or family to help them.
Tell ICE to stop tormenting kids — and urge Congress to introduce legislation to protect these children.
Tell ICE to stop tormenting kids — and urge Congress to introduce legislation to protect these children.
ICE: Stop Terrorizing Children
ICE is traumatizing children as young as 14 – trying to strip them of their rights while they're without attorneys or family to help them. Take action against these horrific abuses now.
aclu.org
October 25, 2025 at 8:09 PM
ICE is traumatizing children with cruel immigration raids, then trying to strip them of their due process rights when they’re alone, without attorneys or family to help them.
Tell ICE to stop tormenting kids — and urge Congress to introduce legislation to protect these children.
Tell ICE to stop tormenting kids — and urge Congress to introduce legislation to protect these children.
During this LGBTQ+ History Month, it is crucial for all of us to come together and honor the folks who have paved the way for all of us to freely and safely express ourselves. 🏳️🌈✨
Cecilia Gentili was a fearless advocate for trans people and sex workers. She successfully helped to repeal New York’s “Walking While Trans” law that police unjustly used to stop and frisk countless trans women.
Cecilia passed away in 2024, but her legacy lives on in our fight for liberation.
Cecilia passed away in 2024, but her legacy lives on in our fight for liberation.
October 27, 2025 at 5:07 PM
During this LGBTQ+ History Month, it is crucial for all of us to come together and honor the folks who have paved the way for all of us to freely and safely express ourselves. 🏳️🌈✨
ACLU-TN, EdTrust-Tennessee, and our partners in the TN Alliance for Equity in Education for a series of Regional Roundtables! We’ll break down new federal shifts, share local solutions, and strengthen collaboration to support every student’s success. ✨
RSVP at: edtrusttn.org/regional-roundtable
RSVP at: edtrusttn.org/regional-roundtable
October 24, 2025 at 8:05 PM
ACLU-TN, EdTrust-Tennessee, and our partners in the TN Alliance for Equity in Education for a series of Regional Roundtables! We’ll break down new federal shifts, share local solutions, and strengthen collaboration to support every student’s success. ✨
RSVP at: edtrusttn.org/regional-roundtable
RSVP at: edtrusttn.org/regional-roundtable
🗽Are you a law school student interested in working to promote civil liberties in the South?🗽
Join the ACLU and National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) for an informational panel discussion for the Southern Legal Internship Program (SLIP).
Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/SLIPInfo2026
Join the ACLU and National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) for an informational panel discussion for the Southern Legal Internship Program (SLIP).
Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/SLIPInfo2026
October 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🗽Are you a law school student interested in working to promote civil liberties in the South?🗽
Join the ACLU and National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) for an informational panel discussion for the Southern Legal Internship Program (SLIP).
Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/SLIPInfo2026
Join the ACLU and National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA) for an informational panel discussion for the Southern Legal Internship Program (SLIP).
Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/SLIPInfo2026
From Memphis to Johnson City, Tennesseans showed up and out for Saturday's #NoKings march. ✔️
Over 39,000 people made their voices heard, and we were proud to have ACLU-TN supporters and leaders among them! ✨
This is what people power looks like. Thank you for helping us defend democracy. 💥
Over 39,000 people made their voices heard, and we were proud to have ACLU-TN supporters and leaders among them! ✨
This is what people power looks like. Thank you for helping us defend democracy. 💥
October 22, 2025 at 6:56 PM
From Memphis to Johnson City, Tennesseans showed up and out for Saturday's #NoKings march. ✔️
Over 39,000 people made their voices heard, and we were proud to have ACLU-TN supporters and leaders among them! ✨
This is what people power looks like. Thank you for helping us defend democracy. 💥
Over 39,000 people made their voices heard, and we were proud to have ACLU-TN supporters and leaders among them! ✨
This is what people power looks like. Thank you for helping us defend democracy. 💥
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Dissent is not grounds for deportation.
Appeals court judges — including a Trump appointee — voice doubt over Trump’s bid to deport Mahmoud Khalil
The Trump administration is seeking to overturn a district judge who ordered Khalil released.
www.politico.com
October 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Dissent is not grounds for deportation.
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Emmy Award-winning journalist Mario Guevara was a member of the Atlanta community for more than 20 years before ICE detained him for covering a protest.
On this episode of At Liberty, we discuss what his deportation means for the state of free speech.
On this episode of At Liberty, we discuss what his deportation means for the state of free speech.
The Journalist Who Spent More Than 100 Days in ICE Detention | American Civil Liberties Union
Emmy Award-winning journalist Mario Guevara was covering a protest near Atlanta when local law enforcement arrested him. Then, ICE detained him.
www.aclu.org
October 20, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Emmy Award-winning journalist Mario Guevara was a member of the Atlanta community for more than 20 years before ICE detained him for covering a protest.
On this episode of At Liberty, we discuss what his deportation means for the state of free speech.
On this episode of At Liberty, we discuss what his deportation means for the state of free speech.
Tomorrow, help make history at No Kings protests across TN. Meet our team in Memphis or join an action near you. Find your protest: https://www.nokings.org/ 💥
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ACLU-TN members: send your No Kings photos to [email protected] with a caption, your name, and city, so we can show your impact.
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ACLU-TN members: send your No Kings photos to [email protected] with a caption, your name, and city, so we can show your impact.
October 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Tomorrow, help make history at No Kings protests across TN. Meet our team in Memphis or join an action near you. Find your protest: https://www.nokings.org/ 💥
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ACLU-TN members: send your No Kings photos to [email protected] with a caption, your name, and city, so we can show your impact.
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ACLU-TN members: send your No Kings photos to [email protected] with a caption, your name, and city, so we can show your impact.
Tomorrow, help make history at No Kings protests across TN. Meet us in Memphis, or join an action near you. Click here to find your protest: https://www.nokings.org
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ACLU-TN members: send your protest pics with your name, caption, and city to [email protected] so we can show your impact. 📸
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ACLU-TN members: send your protest pics with your name, caption, and city to [email protected] so we can show your impact. 📸
October 17, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Tomorrow, help make history at No Kings protests across TN. Meet us in Memphis, or join an action near you. Click here to find your protest: https://www.nokings.org
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ACLU-TN members: send your protest pics with your name, caption, and city to [email protected] so we can show your impact. 📸
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ACLU-TN members: send your protest pics with your name, caption, and city to [email protected] so we can show your impact. 📸